Highland Beach Florida Map

About Highland Beach, Florida

Highland Beach is a locality in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,311. The population density is 3067.5 people per km². Highland Beach is located at 26.3995°N, 80.0656°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 33487.

Highland Beach unfolds as a slender ribbon of sand and verdant growth, kissed by the Atlantic's ceaseless murmur. It lies 3.0 miles north-north-east of Boca Raton, FL (from Boca Raton, FL: bearing 21°T), and is situated 6.0 miles north-north-east of Deerfield Beach. Here, the land itself seems to exhale, a low-lying expanse where the sun, particularly in the late afternoon, casts a golden glaze across the manicured lawns and the shimmering facades of residences. The air, thick with the salt tang of the ocean and the sweet perfume of jasmine and hibiscus, hangs heavy, a tangible presence that invites a slower pace. Palm fronds rustle with a dry, papery whisper, a counterpoint to the rhythmic sigh of the waves, while the occasional flash of a cardinal's crimson against the emerald foliage punctuates the visual calm. The horizon is a broad, unbroken sweep, a constant reminder of the vastness of the sea that defines this littoral strip. This sliver of coastal paradise, Highland Beach, carries the echoes of an era when Florida’s allure was less about sprawling development and more about exclusive enclaves for those seeking tranquility. Its history is intertwined with the rise of Palm Beach County as a winter retreat for America's affluent, a place where discretion and a refined sense of leisure were paramount. The local economy, while not driven by heavy industry, thrives on the upkeep of its elegant properties and the services that cater to a discerning seasonal and permanent resident population, a testament to its enduring appeal as a sanctuary. The absence of bustling commercial centers contributes to its distinctive character, fostering a quiet dignity that permeates the very atmosphere, a place where the gentle ebb and flow of daily life are dictated by the sun and the sea.

About This Highland Beach Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Highland Beach, Florida — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 26.39952, -80.065598. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Highland Beach and Palm Beach County.

Detailed location data for Highland Beach includes the ZIP code (33487), telephone area code (954, 754), county seat of Palm Beach County (West Palm Beach), and school district assignment (Palm Beach County School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Highland Beach is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.